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A Windows Server CAL is an access license that authorizes users or devices to access a Microsoft Windows Server. CAL stands for Client Access License and is particularly important when companies want to professionally use Windows Server services such as file storage, print services, user management, or other network functions.
In this category, you will find suitable Windows Server CALs for different server versions and application areas. Depending on their mode of operation, companies can choose between User CALs and Device CALs. This allows for flexible licensing tailored to the existing IT infrastructure.
A Windows Server CAL is not standalone server software, but an access license. It is required in addition to the actual Windows Server license when users or devices access the server. This ensures that not only the server itself, but also access to it, is correctly licensed by Microsoft.
When it comes to Windows Server CALs, a basic distinction is made between User CALs and Device CALs. Which variant is more suitable depends on how many people and devices in your organization access the Windows Server.
A Windows Server User CAL is assigned to a specific user. This user can then access the server from various devices, for example, from a desktop PC, notebook, or tablet. This variant is particularly suitable if employees use multiple devices or work flexibly.
A Windows Server Device CAL is assigned to a specific device. Multiple users can access the server via this device. This is useful when several people use the same workstation, for example, in shift work, in reception areas, workshops, or training rooms.
Windows Server CALs are available for various server versions. It is important that the CAL version matches the Windows Server environment in use. As a rule, newer CALs can access older server versions, but older CALs cannot access newer server versions.
Windows Server CALs are needed as soon as users or devices access services of a Windows Server. Typical examples include access to shared files, printers, user accounts, central applications, or network resources. Without suitable CALs, access is not fully licensed in many corporate scenarios.
Important: For Remote Desktop Services, separate RDS CALs are required in addition to the standard Windows Server CALs. A Windows Server CAL alone does not automatically entitle the use of Remote Desktop or Terminal Server functions.
The correct choice primarily depends on the number of users, the number of devices, and the working methods within the company. If employees use multiple devices, a User CAL is usually sensible. If many employees share few devices, a Device CAL can be more economical.
With appropriate Windows Server CALs, companies create the foundation for clean, scalable, and legally compliant Microsoft server licensing. In this category, you will find access licenses for different Windows Server versions and requirements.
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